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The Sweetest Dreams Are Had By Those Who Launder Bedding Like This!

Jan 28, 2016

With January being the unofficial month of all things bedding, a highlight on one of our favorite local bedding brands, Brooklinen, only seemed appropriate! And considering our preference for an all-white spread, it’s important to note that bedding in this seemingly unforgiving color CAN be maintained and easily at that. Read on to learn which Brooklinen pieces we think are extra dreamy and how/when to wash!

LUXE CORE SHEET SET

solid white

WHY WE LOVE IT:

When it comes to bedding preferences, white sheets are a MUST for us. And Brooklinen’s Luxe Core Sheet Set provides an impressively cohesive, all-in-one offering of buttery smooth pillowcases and a flat sheet and fitted sheet. What makes this set extra special is the 480 thread count sateen weave which gives it that ultra-luxurious feel.

WHEN TO WASH:

Bedding should be changed on a biweekly rotation; and pillowcases weekly, especially if you use lots of hair and skin products. Body oils and body products can cause staining, discoloration, and dinginess so frequent washing is necessary to maintain the fabrics’ appearance.

Cotton bedding is best cared for by washing on the Normal Cycle with hot water and Signature Detergent. The softest sheets are achieved when adding four capfuls of our canola-based Fabric Conditioner Classic to the wash load. For an added boost of whitening and brightening, pour one capful All-Purpose Bleach Alternative directly into the machine drum. This oxygen-based bleach is safe for all colors and fabric types except for wool, silk and leather.

LUXE DUVET COVER

solid white

WHY WE LOVE IT:

To keep in stride with our love of all white bedding, only the Luxe Duvet Cover in solid white will do. It’s the perfect way to protect and accent your down comforter in silky-soft comfort and its high thread count achieves a rich, slightly luminous finish.

WHEN TO WASH:

Duvet covers should follow a washing rotation of one to three months, depending on the fabric and lifestyle. If your pets sleep with you or breakfast in bed is a common occasion, you’ll need to wash bedding more often.

Wash according to the instructions outlined for the Luxe Core Sheet Set!

DOWN COMFORTER

lightweight

WHY WE LOVE IT:

We keep cozy year round thanks to Brooklinen’s Lightweight Down Comforter. The percale cotton shell is filled with breathable 600 fill power white Canadian down and is light enough to leave on your bed for warmer months!

WHEN TO WASH:

Seasonally washing down and down alternative is recommended. And it’s actually quite simple; the problem is not having a machine large enough!

Wash on a large load with warm water and Wool & Cashmere Shampoo. Dry on a low heat/low tumble cycle. Adding dryer balls or clean tennis balls will help redistribute and fluff the feathers and down/filling. Be sure items are thoroughly dry to prevent mildew from the inside out.

DOWN PILLOW

plush

WHY WE LOVE IT:

Finding JUST the right pillow can be a fairly difficult feat, but this one will have just about anyone dozing off! It’s filled with 100% of the finest white down Canada has to offer. An added bonus: it’s hypoallergenic with an Ultra Fresh anti-microbial treatment.

WHEN TO WASH:

We like to launder down pillows four times per year and they can be washed according to the instructions for Down Comforters listed above.

Between washes, fluff and spray pillows with Wool & Cashmere Spray when making the bed. Steaming regularly also freshens pillows as the high temperature kills odor causing bacteria and removes allergens that attract dust mites.